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Expectations in College?
As it is, I'm a Sophomore in high school... ---I get my work done and go way past my expectations, but I am a procrastinator. ---The best work ethic I have are in the classes PreAP English II and Art II... If I were in a regular English class, I'd be scoring over a 100 and I'm making a 100 in Art. ---That's just a little info. for you about me. My question is, "What are the expectations in college? I'm going to college for the following reasons... -*-I'd like to be extremely successful in my chosen profession (landscaping, architecture, interior design, advertising artist, graphic designer, painter..) and I'm not going to go beyond my expectations unless I go to college. *I'd have more people to fill in as my friends when I'm feeling out a job application for the boss to see if I'm reliable. *I feel I'm going to school with dummies and have not yet reached the peak of knowledge that I'm capable of handling. *Going to college looks better on a college application.
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- I assume you meant that last line to say "Going to college looks better on a JOB application". And you're absolutely right on that mark. Even more important is the reputation of that college. Attending an Ivy League school says a lot more on an application than merely attending community college (though there's absolutely NOTHING wrong with going to a state university). The expectations really depend on the school. Typically, schools with stronger academic reputations have pretty brutal classes (especially for freshman). And I know that architecture school in particular is quite demanding. Professors don't waste time in class. Basically, you go to lecture and you write down notes the entire time. Nothing is spoon-fed to you. For architecture school (and other design/artistic programs), you'll be LOADED with projects. You'll have regular deadlines that you have to meet (which may seem overwhelming at first) along with examinations and essays. Its a lot of work. But its also designed to prepare you for the real world. One of my best friends is an architect and his life is ALL about meeting deadlines and working on new projects. But he loves his job, and his degree in architecture was the reason why he got offered an interview to begin with. And that, really, is the end reason for attending college. It opens up so many more doors for you in your profession. Of course, you'll have to supplement that with a great portfolio and a strong work ethic, but obtaining that college degree is a great first step.
- College is not about partying 48 hours. You would be considered professional therefore the tutors will be worried if you hand anything late. This is a job and you must act and take your work very seriously or you would be spending money needlessly if you just want to slack off. As a college student, you are suppose to act professional. you can not act like a highschool student because you will most likely fail if you try put things to the last minute. Prepare for good and bad teachers... Good luck with your studies.
